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Inglês e Conhecimento do Mundo para o ACT - Aparência e Textura

Aqui você aprenderá algumas palavras em inglês relacionadas à aparência e textura, como "vinco", "maleável", "poroso", etc. que o ajudarão a se sair bem nos seus ACTs.

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ACT Vocabulary for English and World Knowledge
dimension
dimension
[substantivo]

a measure of the height, length, or width of an object in a certain direction

dimensão

dimensão

Ex: The architect carefully considered every dimension of the building to ensure it fit seamlessly into the surrounding landscape. 
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contraction
contraction
[substantivo]

the natural process of becoming smaller, tighter, or more compact

contração, encolhimento

contração, encolhimento

Ex: As the metal cooled, it underwent contraction, causing it to shrink slightly. 
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compaction
compaction
[substantivo]

the act or process of compressing or reducing the volume of something, resulting in increased density

compactação, compressão

compactação, compressão

Ex: The compaction of the soil improved its stability for construction. 
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facet
facet
[substantivo]

a polished, flat surface on a gemstone or bone, crucial for reflecting light in gems and for articulation in bones

facet, face

facet, face

Ex: The diamond's exquisite facets caught and reflected every ray of sunlight. 
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curvature
curvature
[substantivo]

the state or quality of being curved or bent, describing the shape or contour of an object or surface

curvatura, encurvamento

curvatura, encurvamento

Ex: The curvature of the race track posed a challenge for drivers navigating tight turns. 
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blemish
blemish
[substantivo]

a mark or spot on something or someone's skin that spoils the appearance

imperfeição, mancha

imperfeição, mancha

Ex: Her flawless complexion had no blemishes or imperfections. 
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turbid
turbid
[adjetivo]

(of liquids) lacking in clarity for being mixed by other things such as sand or soil

turbido, lamacento

turbido, lamacento

Ex: The turbid river water was unsafe for swimming due to high sediment levels. 
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crooked
crooked
[adjetivo]

not in any ways straight, with bends, curves, or disorganized angles

torto, curvo

torto, curvo

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expansive
expansive
[adjetivo]

able to increase in size or volume

expansivo, extensível

expansivo, extensível

Ex: The expansive fabric of the new athletic wear stretched comfortably during exercise. 
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iridescent
iridescent
[adjetivo]

exhibiting a shimmering, rainbow-like play of colors, typically due to refraction of light

iridescente, cintilante

iridescente, cintilante

Ex: The soap bubbles floated through the air, their iridescent surfaces catching the sunlight and casting shimmering reflections on the ground. 
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porous
porous
[adjetivo]

containing small holes or gaps, allowing liquid or air to pass through

poroso, permeável

poroso, permeável

Ex: The sponge was porous, absorbing water quickly. 
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ungainly
ungainly
[adjetivo]

hard to manage because of awkward form

desajeitado, desengonçado

desajeitado, desengonçado

Ex: Carrying the unwieldy and ungainly furniture up the narrow staircase proved to be a challenging task for the movers. 
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towering
towering
[adjetivo]

having an impressive height

impressionante, gigantesco

impressionante, gigantesco

Ex: The towering skyscraper dominated the city’s skyline. 
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distorted
distorted
[adjetivo]

changed from its original shape or form, often in a way that makes it appear twisted, misshapen, or unclear

distorcido, deformado

distorcido, deformado

Ex: The old mirror reflected a distorted image, warping the reflection into strange and unnatural shapes. 
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rigid
rigid
[adjetivo]

not flexible or easily bent

rígido, inflexível

rígido, inflexível

Ex: The ruler was made of rigid plastic, ensuring accurate measurements. 
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adhesive
adhesive
[adjetivo]

having the quality of sticking or bonding objects together

adesivo, pegajoso

adesivo, pegajoso

Ex: The adhesive properties of the glue ensured the pieces stayed together firmly. 
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sleek
sleek
[adjetivo]

having a smooth and shiny texture, typically describing hair, fur, or skin that appears healthy and well-maintained

liso, sedoso

liso, sedoso

Ex: The sleek, dark hair of the model shone under the bright lights. 
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elastic
elastic
[adjetivo]

having a flexible quality, capable of returning to its original shape after being stretched or compressed

elástico, flexível

elástico, flexível

Ex: The waistband of the stretchy leggings was elastic, providing a comfortable fit. 
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concrete
concrete
[adjetivo]

real and tangible, existing in physical form that can be sensed or experienced

concreto, real

concreto, real

Ex: The detective searched for concrete clues at the crime scene to solve the mystery. 
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wispy
wispy
[adjetivo]

thin, delicate, and feathery in appearance or texture

tênue, delicado

tênue, delicado

Ex: The wispy clouds floated across the sky, resembling strands of cotton candy in the afternoon sun. 
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undulating
undulating
[adjetivo]

moving or shaped in a smooth, wave-like pattern that rises and falls continuously

ondulante, ondulado

ondulante, ondulado

Ex: The undulating hills stretched across the horizon. 
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bumpy
bumpy
[adjetivo]

covered with small raised areas or irregularities, making it uneven to the touch

acidentado, irregular

acidentado, irregular

Ex: The skin of the orange was bumpy, with small protrusions dotting its surface. 
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scraggly
scraggly
[adjetivo]

uneven, unkempt, or ragged in appearance

desalinhado, desgrenhado

desalinhado, desgrenhado

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pleated
pleated
[adjetivo]

(of a fabric or garment) folded or gathered in a series of small, parallel folds

plissado, pregueado

plissado, pregueado

Ex: Her pleated skirt swayed gracefully with each step, the folds adding an elegant touch to her attire. 
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shallow
shallow
[adjetivo]

having a short distance from the surface to the bottom

raso, superficial

raso, superficial

Ex: Be careful when diving into the shallow end of the pool to avoid hitting your head. 
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labyrinthine
labyrinthine
[adjetivo]

complicated or difficult to follow, like a maze

labiríntico, complicado

labiríntico, complicado

Ex: The plot of the mystery novel was so labyrinthine that readers struggled to follow all the twists and turns. 
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ornate
ornate
[adjetivo]

elaborately decorated or adorned with intricate details

ornamentado, adornado com detalhes intrincados

ornamentado, adornado com detalhes intrincados

Ex: The ornate chandelier hung from the ceiling, casting a dazzling array of light throughout the ballroom. 
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elliptical
elliptical
[adjetivo]

shaped like a slightly stretched-out circle or oval

elíptico, oval

elíptico, oval

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tubular
tubular
[adjetivo]

having the shape or characteristics of a tube

tubular, em forma de tubo

tubular, em forma de tubo

Ex: The exhaust system of the car included tubular components for efficient gas flow. 
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ovoid
ovoid
[adjetivo]

shaped like an egg, with a rounded or elliptical form

ovoide, em forma de ovo

ovoide, em forma de ovo

Ex: She found a smooth, ovoid stone on the beach. 
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malleable
malleable
[adjetivo]

capable of being hammered or manipulated into different forms without cracking or breaking

maleável, dúctil

maleável, dúctil

Ex: Gold is a highly malleable metal that can be hammered into thin sheets or shaped into intricate designs. 
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clammy
clammy
[adjetivo]

unpleasantly damp and sticky, often referring to skin or surfaces that feel cool and moist to the touch

úmido e pegajoso, suado

úmido e pegajoso, suado

Ex: She wiped her clammy hands on her pants before shaking hands. 
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unkempt
unkempt
[adjetivo]

(of an appearance) not washed, neat, or cared for

desleixado, desalinhado

desleixado, desalinhado

Ex: After a long hike, their unkempt appearance didn't bother them; the adventure was more important. 
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taut
taut
[adjetivo]

stretched firmly without slack

tenso, esticado

tenso, esticado

Ex: The rope was taut, ready to bear the weight of the climber. 
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crinkly
crinkly
[adjetivo]

having small, fine wrinkles or creases on the surface, often producing a texture that is slightly rough or uneven

enrugado, plissado

enrugado, plissado

Ex: She wore a crinkly blouse that added texture to her outfit. 
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hollow
hollow
[adjetivo]

having an empty space within

oco, vazio

oco, vazio

Ex: The children found a hollow tree trunk and used it as a hiding spot during their game of hide-and-seek. 
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lifelike
lifelike
[adjetivo]

having the appearance or qualities that closely resemble or imitate real life

realista, natural

realista, natural

Ex: The movie's special effects were so lifelike that it was hard to distinguish them from real-life footage. 
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tensile
tensile
[adjetivo]

capable of being stretched or drawn out without breaking

extensível, elástico

extensível, elástico

Ex: The silk thread is highly tensile, allowing it to stretch without snapping. 
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to expand
to expand
[verbo]

to become something greater in quantity, importance, or size

expandir, ampliar

expandir, ampliar

Ex: The company's operations expanded rapidly, opening new branches in multiple cities. 
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to compress

to reduce the volume or size of something by applying pressure, squeezing, or condensing it

comprimir, apertar

comprimir, apertar

Ex: The athlete wore compression socks to help compress the muscles and improve circulation. 
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to elongate

to stretch something in order to make it longer

alongar, esticar

alongar, esticar

Ex: The tailor elongated the curtains to better fit the high ceiling. 
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to crease
to crease
[verbo]

to cause a wrinkle or indentation on a surface

enrugar, dobrar

enrugar, dobrar

Ex: The artist creased the canvas to add depth and texture to the painting. 
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to felt
to felt
[verbo]

to cause fibers to become matted and compacted, resembling felt, typically through pressure, moisture, or agitation

feltragem, compactar para formar feltro

feltragem, compactar para formar feltro

Ex: She felted the wool by agitating it in hot, soapy water to create a dense fabric. 
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to pigment
to pigment
[verbo]

to add color to something using a specific colored material or substance

pigmentar, colorir

pigmentar, colorir

Ex: The designer is currently pigmenting the fabric to achieve the desired shade. 
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to contour
to contour
[verbo]

to shape something, emphasizing its natural curves and outlines

contornar, moldar

contornar, moldar

Ex: The sculptor used a chisel to contour the stone into a lifelike figure. 
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to smudge
to smudge
[verbo]

to make a dirty mark by rubbing or spreading something on a surface

manchar, sujar

manchar, sujar

Ex: She accidentally smudged her lipstick while applying it. 
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to smear
to smear
[verbo]

to spread a substance over a surface in a messy or uneven manner

espalhar, manchar

espalhar, manchar

Ex: She accidentally smeared ink across the page, leaving a messy blot. 
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to embellish

to improve the appearance of something by adding things such as decorative pieces, colors, etc. to it

embelezar, adornar

embelezar, adornar

Ex: She decided to embellish her dress with intricate lace and beading for a more elegant look. 
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to extend
to extend
[verbo]

to enlarge or lengthen something

estender, prolongar

estender, prolongar

Ex: She extends her hand for a friendly handshake. 
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